Set of 2 Dilator Ø 23 & 27mm - DILATAN PLUS Cryo-Thermal Anal Dilators A. 1002

DILATAN PLUS is a Cryo- thermal and dilator available in 5 different sizes - 18mm, 20mm, 23mm, 27mm & 30mm only to be used when advised by a physician.

DILATAN PLUS consists of an inert plastic shell with a large disk at the base to allow the patient the devise easily.

Each sealed dilator contains a thermal jelly which, when heated or cooled, maintains the dilator’s temperature during use.

Thermotherapy (warm) or Cryotherapy (cold) dilators may be used effectively to treat differing pathologies.

For the following conditions the dilator should be used warm, up to but not exceeding 50 degrees Celsius:

• Stenosis (contraction) of the anus, due to cicatricle or idiopathic origin
• Hypertonia or spasm due to, and sustained by, haemorrhoids, proctologia or fistulas
• Prevention of post-operative stenosis due to haemorrhoids or fistulas

For other conditions, the temperature of the dilator does not matter sizes 18 and 20 (suitable for women or children) and size 23 are indicated for the treatment of hypertonic and sphincter, actinic proctitis-often associated with anal stenosis- and in tight anal stenosis.

In spasm and in the treatment of the chronic anal fissures associated with severe hypertonic anal sphincter, the larger dilators (27 and 30) should be used.

Directions for Use

• In Cryotherapy, cool the appropriate dilator in a refrigerator or immense in ice and water for 10-15 minutes.
• The DILATAN PLUS works well regardless of whether the lower bowel is full or empty.
• In case of spasm, sitting in a warm water bidet prior to insertion will help relax the sphincter muscles and assist the therapy.
• Prior to insertion, the dilator should be covered in a layer of CREMA DILATAN Cream.
• Sitting in the bidet or lying on the bed, insert the dilator slowly up to its base.
• Keep it in position for two to three minutes, and then pull it slowly out.
• It is advisable not to stand or walk with the dilator in position.

Following haemorrhoidectomy, dilations should be performed once or twice daily for the first month, reducing to three times a week for the second and third months. This will greatly relieve post-operative discomfort.

In cases of anal stenosis, twice-daily use of the dilator is advisable. Treatment should be continued for several months.

For other conditions, DILATAN PLUS should be used twice a day whilst symptoms persist, and the treatment continued for at least a month after the symptoms have ceased.

Cleaning DILATAN PLUS

DILATAN PLUS anal dilators must always be washed after use with warm water and neutral soap. If necessary, leave for several hours in a disinfectant solution.

Warnings

• It is recommended a proctological examination to avoid a different origin of symptoms.
• Keep out of children’s reach.
• Do not swallow. DILATAN PLUS is a single patient product.